2022 a year of tough trade-offs: IMF deputy managing director
The Covid-19 crisis is showing signs of easing, but the crisis in Ukraine presents a new set of headaches for leaders, raising concerns over the sustainability of economic growth.
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Russian general killed in eastern Ukraine: Russian state media reporter
The report was published on the Telegram app by state television reporter Alexander Sladkov but it did not mention when or where Major General Roman Kutuzov was killed.
Blinken’s China speech: Biden administration still competitive but less combative, say experts
Experts noted that Mr Blinken's speech, while critical of China, was not as confrontational as it could have been, especially compared with the previous administration.
The remaking of Ukraine
Even as the country is engaged in a life-and-death struggle with Russia, pressing existential questions loom on the horizon, along with a massive food crisis.
Nato faces Turkey obstacle in Sweden and Finland’s membership application
Their admission requires a unanimous vote of Nato's 30 member states, and Ankara has already signalled its opposition.
Russian arms sales to South-east Asia take a hit from Ukraine war
Sanctions and poor performance in battle make it harder to maintain market share.
PM Modi again appeals to Russia and Ukraine to have ceasefire
The appeal was made by Modi while making a statement following talks with the Danish Prime Minister in Copenhagen.
Nepal bans imports of luxury goods amid dwindling forex reserves
The government response follows growing concerns that the country could face an economic crisis.
Zelenskyy addresses Japan’s Diet, calls for global solidarity
This was the first time that the head of a foreign nation has given an online address to the Diet.
Zelenskyy wants to address Japanese Diet; Tokyo agrees
Both the ruling and opposition parties are agreeable. This will be the first time that an online or video address will be delivered during a Diet session.